tvOS 26.2 brings kids mode to the Apple TV app It's time to update your Apple TV once again — Apple's just rolled out a tvOS 26.2 for Apple TV and the HomePod line. Amber Neely 6 months ago 4
Apple Home will gain new AI adaptive temperature in future update Code from iOS 26 has leaked an unannounced AI feature for Apple Home users that will automatically adjust your smart thermostat. Andrew O'Hara 10 months ago 7
Apple now expected to unveil HomeOS, related hardware ahead of 2026 WWDC Apple's long-rumored launch of the homeOS platform to run smart-home devices and services has had its debut pushed back to the spring of 2026, alongside the launch of new home hardware. Charles Martin 11 months ago 15
Trademark gives hope for 'homeOS' reveal at WWDC A trademark filing for "homeOS" may mean that Apple is actually preparing to bring out its smart home operating system, potentially during WWDC. Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 5
Apple's rumored Home Hub said to be under employee testing Apple's long-rumored Home Hub peripheral is now rumored to be debuting in the second half of 2025, and is allegedly being taken home by select Apple employees for real-world testing. Charles Martin 1 year ago 15
Apple reportedly on track for late 2025 home hub launch A leaker with an excellent track record says that Apple is still on track to release its first dedicated smart home controller with an iPad-like screen in the second half of 2025. Here's what to expect from the home hub. Charles Martin 1 year ago 14
Apple may revive its AirPort technology in new HomePod and Apple TV While Apple appears to have no plans to revive its former AirPort routers, the networking know-how that powered them may be returning — via a new chip that will add similar functionality to the company's home devices like the HomePod mini. Charles Martin 1 year ago 24
How Apple's smart home revolution begins in 2025 Apple has a master plan to conquer the smart home, and after years of HomeKit being just a hobby, it all will begin in 2025. Here's what Apple has in mind. Andrew O'Hara 1 year ago 36
HomePod with built-in screen now expected in late 2025 The much-rumored HomePod with a display has been delayed again, claims analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, but will include Apple Intelligence when it launches. William Gallagher 1 year ago 6
